Payton Buse
Evansville,IN
Summary
Sports Media Specialist with a proven track record at ESPN+, enhancing broadcasts with dynamic audio editing, and effective communication. Spearheaded 95.7 The Spin's sports department to award-winning success, demonstrating expertise in broadcast production management and social media strategy. Excelled in multifaceted roles, showcasing versatility, and a commitment to excellence in sports broadcasting and media.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Technical Director
Evansville Otters
Evansville, Indiana
05.2024 - Current
- Throughout the summer months, assisted with directing the online stream for home games.
- Was utilized in different ways when needed, including camera work, stats, graphics, and pitch clock.
Play-by-Play Broadcaster
98.5 WEOA
Evansville, Indiana
11.2023 - Current
- Radio and social media sports coverage for Evansville high school sports through freelance work with WEOA.
- Created advertising content in partnership with local enterprises for broadcasts.
- Created graphics, promos, and social media posts promoting these broadcasts.
- Utilized skills gained through other experiences to improve play-by-play performance.
Sports Director
95.7 The Spin
Evansville, IN
08.2022 - Current
- Oversight of the station's award-winning sports department.
- Guaranteed timely execution of all sports programming.
- Secured opposing site access through effective collaboration.
- Completed duties as a play-by-play announcer, alongside sports director tasks.
- Coordinates with station management to ensure complete oversight of broadcasts.
Play-by-Play Announcer/ Production
ESPN+
Evansville, IN
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with producers and directors to ensure that all aspects of the broadcast were properly executed.
- Prepared charts for all games covered, showcasing stats, details, and interesting bits about both teams competing.
- Along with play-by-play responsibilities, spent time learning other jobs involved in the broadcasts.
- Diverse set of jobs for ESPN broadcasts, including graphics, replay, audio, technical directing, and camera work.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05-2025
Skills
- Audio Editing
- Studio Operations Management
- Broadcast Production Management
- Radio Broadcasting
- Television Broadcasting
- Social Media Strategy
- Camera Operation
- Effective Communication Skills
Accomplishments
- IASB 2024: Third place in "Sports Talk Show"
- BEA 2025: Third place in "Basketball Play-by-Play"
- IASB 2025: Multiple awards, awaiting banquet for announcement of placement and categories
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Technical Director
Evansville Otters
05.2024 - Current
Play-by-Play Broadcaster
98.5 WEOA
11.2023 - Current
Sports Director
95.7 The Spin
08.2022 - Current
Play-by-Play Announcer/ Production
ESPN+
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
University of Southern Indiana
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